Majorca, Spain

The most popular of Spain's Mediterranean islands, its perfect, golden-sand beaches have attracted famous residents such as Michael Douglas and Claudia Schiffer.9601280

The most popular of Spain's Mediterranean islands, its perfect, golden-sand beaches have attracted famous residents such as Michael Douglas and Claudia Schiffer.

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Deia, Majorca, Spain

Deia, Majorca, Spain

For a taste of genteel old Majorca, visit the quintessential artistic village of Deia. After World War I, artists, musicians and writers were drawn to the coastal town's idyllic setting on steep cliffs overlooking the Mediterranean.9601280

For a taste of genteel old Majorca, visit the quintessential artistic village of Deia. After World War I, artists, musicians and writers were drawn to the coastal town's idyllic setting on steep cliffs overlooking the Mediterranean.

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San Sebastian, Gipuzkoa, Spain

San Sebastian, Gipuzkoa, Spain

San Sebastian has a lot to brag about; not only does it have more Michelin stars per capita than any other place in the world, but it also has one of the best urban beaches in Europe.9601280

San Sebastian has a lot to brag about; not only does it have more Michelin stars per capita than any other place in the world, but it also has one of the best urban beaches in Europe.

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Girona, Catalonia, Spain

Girona, Catalonia, Spain

About an hour’s train ride from Barcelona, Girona's picturesque houses overlooking the Onyar River, ancient cathedral --and its Catalan Gothic architecture -- and the old city walls and lookout towers draws sightseeing day-trippers.9601280

About an hour’s train ride from Barcelona, Girona's picturesque houses overlooking the Onyar River, ancient cathedral --and its Catalan Gothic architecture -- and the old city walls and lookout towers draws sightseeing day-trippers.

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Granada, Andalusia, Spain

Granada, Andalusia, Spain

Known for its vibrant nightlife, Alhambra, Granada's 13th-century hilltop palace and surrounding Generalife gardens full of cypress trees will make you feel worlds away from home.9601280

Known for its vibrant nightlife, Alhambra, Granada's 13th-century hilltop palace and surrounding Generalife gardens full of cypress trees will make you feel worlds away from home.

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Tarifa, Cádiz, Andalusia, Spain

Tarifa, Cádiz, Andalusia, Spain

The southernmost port in Spain (and Europe), Tarifa is a short boat ride across the Strait of Gibraltar to Morocco. For a particularly good view of the harbor and the coast of Morocco, climb the Castle of Guzman El Bueno's towers.9601280

The southernmost port in Spain (and Europe), Tarifa is a short boat ride across the Strait of Gibraltar to Morocco. For a particularly good view of the harbor and the coast of Morocco, climb the Castle of Guzman El Bueno's towers.

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Seville, Andalusia, Spain

Seville, Andalusia, Spain

The Plaza de Espana in Maria Lusia Park is just one example of Seville's deeply layered history.9601280

The Plaza de Espana in Maria Lusia Park is just one example of Seville's deeply layered history.

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Dalt Vila, Ibiza, Spain

Dalt Vila, Ibiza, Spain

Ibiza (officially Eivissa in the local Catalan) is divided into 2 main parts: the old town, called Dalt Vila, and the modern district, called the Eixample. The vacation mecca gets, on average, 300 days of sunshine a year -- although, the water is only warm enough for a swim from May through October.9601280

Ibiza (officially Eivissa in the local Catalan) is divided into 2 main parts: the old town, called Dalt Vila, and the modern district, called the Eixample. The vacation mecca gets, on average, 300 days of sunshine a year -- although, the water is only warm enough for a swim from May through October.

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Ibiza, Spain

Ibiza, Spain

Just off the coast of Valencia, the island of Ibiza is the ultimate party destination for international jet setters, who flock to its legendary clubs during the summer to hear renowned DJs.9601280

Just off the coast of Valencia, the island of Ibiza is the ultimate party destination for international jet setters, who flock to its legendary clubs during the summer to hear renowned DJs.

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Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain

Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain

It's hard to describe the beauty and mystique you’ll feel when you turn the corner of a suburban city block to see the sun bouncing off La Sagrada Familia's twisted spires. The unfinished cathedral is Antoni Gaudi's most famous work. 9601280

It's hard to describe the beauty and mystique you’ll feel when you turn the corner of a suburban city block to see the sun bouncing off La Sagrada Familia's twisted spires. The unfinished cathedral is Antoni Gaudi's most famous work.

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Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain

Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain

Stroll along the tree-lined La Rambla, dine at La Boqueria Market or duck into an intimate bodega for a taste of what the charming Catalan capital has to offer. 9601280

Stroll along the tree-lined La Rambla, dine at La Boqueria Market or duck into an intimate bodega for a taste of what the charming Catalan capital has to offer.

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Merzouga, Morocco

Merzouga, Morocco

Outside this tiny village in the Sahara Desert in Morocco is a set of sand dunes that reach up to 150 meters called Erg Chebbi. Marvel at the sunrise over the dunes, and then head out on a camel safari, -- the best way to experience the dunes.9601280

Outside this tiny village in the Sahara Desert in Morocco is a set of sand dunes that reach up to 150 meters called Erg Chebbi. Marvel at the sunrise over the dunes, and then head out on a camel safari, -- the best way to experience the dunes.

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Marrakech, Morocco

Marrakech, Morocco

Marrakech has some 18 souks, or markets, that sell everything from traditional Berber carpets to modern electronics. Just remember to bargain; haggling is still a very important practice in the souks.9601280

Marrakech has some 18 souks, or markets, that sell everything from traditional Berber carpets to modern electronics. Just remember to bargain; haggling is still a very important practice in the souks.

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Marrakech, Morocco

Marrakech, Morocco

Situated near the foothills of the snow-capped Atlas Mountains, Marrakech is divided into 2 parts. The Medina is the historic part of the city, full of character and intricately connected alleyways stuffed with vendors and stalls. The newer European district known as Gueliz is home to modern restaurants, fast food chains and big box stores. 9601280

Situated near the foothills of the snow-capped Atlas Mountains, Marrakech is divided into 2 parts. The Medina is the historic part of the city, full of character and intricately connected alleyways stuffed with vendors and stalls. The newer European district known as Gueliz is home to modern restaurants, fast food chains and big box stores.

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King’s Landing, or as it’s known in real life, Dubrovnik, a Croatian city nested on the shore of the Adriatic Sea. Durbovnik’s stone walls, dramatic cliffs and amazing views make it the perfect seat for the king(s) of Westeros.9601280

King’s Landing, or as it’s known in real life, Dubrovnik, a Croatian city nested on the shore of the Adriatic Sea. Durbovnik’s stone walls, dramatic cliffs and amazing views make it the perfect seat for the king(s) of Westeros.

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Dubrovnik, Croatia

Dubrovnik, Croatia

Duncan Muggoch, line producer for scenes shot in Spain and Croatia, says it is sometimes hard to film around tourists in Dubrovnik. Sherpas were used to help the production crew haul equipment through the narrow and often steep streets to specific locations throughout the city. Fans will see Croatia in the first few episodes of the fifth season. A soup kitchen scene with Cersei Lannister (Lena Headey) visiting High Sparrow (Jonathan Pryce) was filmed in Dubrovnik.9601280

Duncan Muggoch, line producer for scenes shot in Spain and Croatia, says it is sometimes hard to film around tourists in Dubrovnik. Sherpas were used to help the production crew haul equipment through the narrow and often steep streets to specific locations throughout the city. Fans will see Croatia in the first few episodes of the fifth season. A soup kitchen scene with Cersei Lannister (Lena Headey) visiting High Sparrow (Jonathan Pryce) was filmed in Dubrovnik.

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The Alcazar, Seville, Spain

The Alcazar, Seville, Spain

In Seville, the upper levels of the Alcazar are home to the royal family, but the palatial estate’s lush gardens are transformed into the Water Gardens of Dorne in the Game of Thrones’ fourth and fifth seasons. The Alcazar’s staircases are so narrow that the production crew had to use cranes to transport equipment up to a few of the palace’s balconies. More than 8,000 visitors converge on the Alcazar each day, making it one of the most-visited attractions in Seville.9601280

In Seville, the upper levels of the Alcazar are home to the royal family, but the palatial estate’s lush gardens are transformed into the Water Gardens of Dorne in the Game of Thrones’ fourth and fifth seasons. The Alcazar’s staircases are so narrow that the production crew had to use cranes to transport equipment up to a few of the palace’s balconies. More than 8,000 visitors converge on the Alcazar each day, making it one of the most-visited attractions in Seville.

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Plaza de Toros, Osuna, Spain

Plaza de Toros, Osuna, Spain

Located in southern Spain, the Plaza de Toros is an old bullring and national monument that was transformed into a gladiator arena for a scene in the fifth season of Game of Thrones. Producers picked the popular attraction because the arena’s stone structure is similar to those found in Croatia, another place where scenes were filmed for the medieval-era drama.9601280

Located in southern Spain, the Plaza de Toros is an old bullring and national monument that was transformed into a gladiator arena for a scene in the fifth season of Game of Thrones. Producers picked the popular attraction because the arena’s stone structure is similar to those found in Croatia, another place where scenes were filmed for the medieval-era drama.

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Magheramorne Quarry, County Antrim, Northern Ireland

Magheramorne Quarry, County Antrim, Northern Ireland

While 1 crew was shooting scenes in Spain and Croatia, a second production crew filmed scenes at the quarry in Magheramorne, which is located on the shores of Loch Larne. This small town of 75 residents was transformed into a fishing village called Hardhome. In previous Game of Thrones episodes, the location was also used to film scenes of Castle Black (first season) and the Battle of Blackwater (second season).9601280

While 1 crew was shooting scenes in Spain and Croatia, a second production crew filmed scenes at the quarry in Magheramorne, which is located on the shores of Loch Larne. This small town of 75 residents was transformed into a fishing village called Hardhome. In previous Game of Thrones episodes, the location was also used to film scenes of Castle Black (first season) and the Battle of Blackwater (second season).

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Mourne Mountains, Northern Ireland

Mourne Mountains, Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland’s Mourne Mountains provided the scenery for Dany’s entrance into the Dothraki holy land. Of course, the Dothraki fighting horse statues are missing, so you’ll just have to imagine the iconic gate when you visit these breathtaking mountains. 9601280

Northern Ireland’s Mourne Mountains provided the scenery for Dany’s entrance into the Dothraki holy land. Of course, the Dothraki fighting horse statues are missing, so you’ll just have to imagine the iconic gate when you visit these breathtaking mountains.

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Doune Castle, Scotland

Doune Castle, Scotland

The Lord's Tower and East Wall of Doune Castle in Scotland should look familiar to Game of Thrones fans. Poor little Bran fell (was pushed) out one of its windows in the first season, when he saw something he shouldn’t have. Originally built in the 13th century, Doune Castle features a nature walk through the grounds for visitors.9601280

The Lord's Tower and East Wall of Doune Castle in Scotland should look familiar to Game of Thrones fans. Poor little Bran fell (was pushed) out one of its windows in the first season, when he saw something he shouldn’t have. Originally built in the 13th century, Doune Castle features a nature walk through the grounds for visitors.

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The Dark Hedges, Northern Ireland

The Dark Hedges, Northern Ireland

The Dark Hedges in Northern Ireland have played a major role in the Game of Thrones story, serving as the setting for the Kingsroad. But the area that surrounds the Dark Hedges should be a must-see for any fan, since it has been used to film Winterfell, Castle Black and the Stark family war encampment.9601280

The Dark Hedges in Northern Ireland have played a major role in the Game of Thrones story, serving as the setting for the Kingsroad. But the area that surrounds the Dark Hedges should be a must-see for any fan, since it has been used to film Winterfell, Castle Black and the Stark family war encampment.

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Downhill Beach and Mussenden Temple, Northern Ireland

Downhill Beach and Mussenden Temple, Northern Ireland

If you happen to be rooting for Stannis Baratheon, Downhill Beach and Mussenden Temple in Northern Ireland are your spots. Serving as the backdrop for Dragonstone Castle and Blackwater Bay, Downhill Beach was where Melisandre burned the old gods, issuing a new religion for Stannis’ followers.9601280

If you happen to be rooting for Stannis Baratheon, Downhill Beach and Mussenden Temple in Northern Ireland are your spots. Serving as the backdrop for Dragonstone Castle and Blackwater Bay, Downhill Beach was where Melisandre burned the old gods, issuing a new religion for Stannis’ followers.

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Essaouira, Morocco

Essaouira, Morocco

This historic bastion in Essaouira, Morocco, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It also happens to have played the part of Astapor, the slave-trading city where Daenerys freed the Unsullied, including everyone’s favorite: Grey Worm.9601280

This historic bastion in Essaouira, Morocco, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It also happens to have played the part of Astapor, the slave-trading city where Daenerys freed the Unsullied, including everyone’s favorite: Grey Worm.

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Ouarzazate, Morocco

Ouarzazate, Morocco

Ouarzazate, a town in Morocco, is famous for the Atlas Film Corporation Studios, open to tourists for tours of the many sets left from movies like Babel and Kingdom of Heaven. Sets at this Morrocco studio stood in for the Free City of Pentos, and also served as the venue for Dany and Khal Drogo’s memorable wedding.9601280

Ouarzazate, a town in Morocco, is famous for the Atlas Film Corporation Studios, open to tourists for tours of the many sets left from movies like Babel and Kingdom of Heaven. Sets at this Morrocco studio stood in for the Free City of Pentos, and also served as the venue for Dany and Khal Drogo’s memorable wedding.

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Jokulsarlon Glacial Lagoon, Iceland

Jokulsarlon Glacial Lagoon, Iceland

At the Jokulsarlon Glacial Lagoon in Iceland, the Vatnajokull Ice Cap -- Europe’s largest ice cap -- serves as the ideal setting for the Land Beyond the Wall. Just look out for White Walkers!9601280

At the Jokulsarlon Glacial Lagoon in Iceland, the Vatnajokull Ice Cap -- Europe’s largest ice cap -- serves as the ideal setting for the Land Beyond the Wall. Just look out for White Walkers!

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Skaftafell National Park, Iceland

Skaftafell National Park, Iceland

Skaftafell National Park in Iceland was the setting of Jon Snow and Ygritte’s love story, from Jon Snow and Qhorin Halfhand’s sneak attack on the Wildlings to the near beheading of our favorite red-head. The park is open year round for GoT devotees or visitors just looking for a glacier hike.9601280

Skaftafell National Park in Iceland was the setting of Jon Snow and Ygritte’s love story, from Jon Snow and Qhorin Halfhand’s sneak attack on the Wildlings to the near beheading of our favorite red-head. The park is open year round for GoT devotees or visitors just looking for a glacier hike.